Fashion Week wouldn't be complete without the Eva & Paul team attending a show or two - catching a couple of boutique events across the city to scope out up and coming trends.
Julia Kastner, CEO & Founder of Eva & Paul
Julia Kastner, Founder of Eva & Paul, attended New York City's 'Fair Fashion Runway' last week at WIX Lounge to get up-close and personal with emerging eco-friendly and fair trade brands.
Perhaps one of the biggest concerns voiced from eco-friendly shoppers is finding apparel, shoes and accessories that are also fashion-forward and trendsetting. After attending this event, Julia is proud to report that this doesn't have to be the case.
Julia was excited to see the line LEOTA by Sarah Carson Cloud, which boasts a complete line of tailored dresses. Like Eva & Paul's jeans, their dresses are sewn in NYC.
"This dress felt classic with a fun and flirty print. I love the design details across the top, which flatters and enhances your curves," says Julia. She liked the character of 50's glam from the dresses to the cheeky poses of Leota's models.
Model above features Leota's upcoming collection.
Julia also watched how eco-friendly brands are tapping into Avante-garde styles and versatile silhouettes. ReciclaGEM, another featured local brand, showcased innovative designs. "This particular design of a cape with tailored collar was by far my favorite. It was very structured and clean but playful with vibrant prints.
Overall, it was a great night for meeting like-minded entrepreneurs and experiencing memorable fair design.
Model above features a piece from Recicla GEM's upcoming collection.